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Massive Russian Barrage Strikes Kyiv, Killing 19 and Damaging EU, British Council Offices

Kyiv seeks additional air defenses following the overnight barrage.

Overview

  • Ukraine reports roughly 600 attack drones and 31 missiles, including Kinzhal hypersonic and ballistic weapons, launched in multi‑wave strikes across Kyiv and other regions.
  • Authorities say at least 19 people were killed, including four children, with dozens injured and extensive residential damage across multiple districts of the capital.
  • Local officials report significant destruction in areas such as Darnytskyi and Dniprovskyi, calling it among the most severe attacks on the city since the invasion.
  • The EU and the UK summoned Russian ambassadors after damage to the EU delegation and British Council offices, and the UN secretary‑general condemned strikes that hit civilians.
  • Russia says it targeted military‑industrial sites and airbases, while Ukraine reports recent drone hits on refineries in Russia and observers warn more missile salvos could follow in coming days.